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very holiday season, Pittsburghers across the city can be found unwrapping gifts of Steelers jerseys, photographs of the skyline, and gift certificates to Primanti Bros. Don’t get us wrong, those are all great options, but if you’re looking for something a little more unique this year, Pittsburgh City Paper has put together a big list of outside-the-box options to help liven up your shopping list this year. We found ideas from both local artists and shops around the Steel City, including lots of businesses we covered in our pages this year. And if you still can’t find the perfect gift on your list after perusing the following pages, yes, we did check and Primanti Bros. does sell gift cards.

HEART KEYSTONE RAGLAN $38 This mustard-colored sweatshirt is perfect for your friends or relatives who have Pittsburgh roots but have moved elsewhere. The black-and-gold is fashionable, not tacky, and a little love note to home. LOVEPITTSBURGHSHOP.COM

GEODE VESSEL $32 Tal & Bert planters and vessels, made of hand-poured concrete, are sculpted by hand in owners Val and Ray Talbert’s Mt. Lebanon studio, then cracked to reveal a raw mineral they mined themselves. They can be used to hold air plants, succulents, candles, and more. Add an optional candle or plant at checkout for only a few dollars more. TALANDBERT.COM

COMMONPLACE COFFEE SUBSCRIPTION $120 AND UP Send some locally roasted beans from Pittsburgh favorite Commonplace Coffee in increments of one to three bags every two weeks over a period of three or six months with their Limited duration Subscription. For the coffee snob in your life. COMMONPLACECOFFEE.COM/SUBSCRIPTION

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IT’S A ’BURGH THING TOWEL $18 Whether you’re gifting a local or a transplant, this tea towel by local artist Jeanine Murch will be loved by anyone who’s fond of the Steel City. The artwork celebrates Pittsburgh with adorable illustrations of local icons, including the Terrible Towel and Dippy the Dinosaur, and is accompanied by fantastic hand lettering featuring Pittsburghese.

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This box set from North Ave Candles is perfect for English teachers or book worms. It includes six 2 oz. candles from their Banned Books and Nostalgia collections, plus a vintage library card-style bookmark, designed and printed by local printshop theBird+theBeard.

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VACCINATION CARD HOLDER $7 Is your vaccination card started to get all wrinkly from carrying it around in your pocket as proof you’re COVID-safe? Grab one of these nifty (and super cute!) vaccination card holders to show off while getting into local concerts and shows.

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SIDNEY CROSBY PIN $12 Our readers keep voting him as Best Athlete in our annual Best of Pittsburgh poll, so we know Pens fans want Sidney Crosby paraphernalia for the holidays. But instead of paying big bucks to the NHL, stay local with this rad enamel pin by Pittsburgh artist Chris Fafalios. ARTSMITHSPGHSHOP.ORG

STATEMENT EARRINGS $38 Masha Vereshchenko, the Pittsburgh artist behind Electric Cat Shop, mixes what she calls a “twisted” sense of humor with pop culture. She creates designs in Adobe Illustrator, then uses a laser cutter to transform the artwork into jewelry, resulting in an impressive collection of vibrant monsters, ghouls, and LGBTQ-friendly expressions like her popular They/Them earrings. ETSY.COM/SHOP/ELECTRICCATSHOP CONTINUES ON PG. 6

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AAA ANIMALS LEAGUE GEAR $4-35 Created by local artists, and spearheaded by Pittsburgh City Paper contributing writer Tereneh Idia, these T-shirts, totes, magnets, and stickers showcase y neighborhood pride with fun, ﬁctitious mascots. For proud Yinzers Pittsburgh city re about pro sports. sport who don’t care LOVEPITTSBURGHSHOP.COM URGHSHOP.COM

DREIDEL HAND PIPE $54.20 The perfect Hanukkah gift for your favorite Jewish loved one who enjoys smoking … only legal things, of course. This beauty is sold by d sm local Black-owned smoke shop Curated Flame ch has tons of custom in Millvale, which ass, accessories, and appa handcrafted glass, apparel. CURATEDFLAMEPGH.COM MEPGH.COM

SALTY PORK BITS SUBSCRIPTION $144 The perfect gift for an artisanal meat lover. Gift a three-month subscription where acclaimed local chef Justin Severino’s Salty Pork Bits will send you four different cured meats each month.

#PGHREADS ECO TOTE $3.50 Support your local library with this #PGHREADS tote, printed by local printshop Commonwealth Press for the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh. COMPRESMERCH.COM

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STAINED GLASS WINDOW PENDANT $30 Specializing in stained glass, Megan Shalons of Megalons makes beautiful jewelry, suncatchers, and garden stakes. This pendant is reminiscent of Pittsburgh’s many historic rowhouse windows found throughout the city. ETSY.COM/SHOP/MEGALONS

CALM BALM $10 Perfect for the stressful winter months, this aromatherapy lotion from Tonic & Sage promises to help relax users after a long day. Created by Pittsburgh maker Miko DiHoniesto, the shop also offers body scrubs, bath salts, and body buttahs. TONICANDSAGE.COM

LET’S PLAY BALL MASK & PET T BANDANA SET $233 Young entrepreneur Jazmiere Bates has made a name for herself locally over the past year for her adorable pet bandanas. Now, she’s created some can’t-miss sets so pets and their owners can match while staying safe during the pandemic. Grab a Pirates-themed mask and bandana set for your favorite baseball and dog-loving pal. KINOFDUNCAN.COM

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NEIGHBORHOOD RHOOD PENNANT $12 Have a friend who won’t stop gloating about how much better their neighborhood is than yours? Lawrenceville shop Wildcard has the perfect gift if you live in one of the available neighborhoods offered on their rad black-and-gold pennants. So far 11 neighborhoods are represented, including Troy Hill, Bloomﬁeld, Strip District, and Mt. Washington. (Here’s hoping they add more soon.) WILDCARDPGH.COM

MULLED WINE CANDLE $19 This scent by Borealis Candle Co. is fruity and spicy and delicate. Burn it when you have guests over for dinner or alone while reading a book. BOREALISCANDLE.CO

SMILE PRIDE EARRINGS $59 Created from cotton, wool, and other textiles, jewelry pieces from SASHA Handmade always make a statement, and these PRIDE Earrings in Rainbow celebrate the LGBTQ community. SASHAHANDMADE.COM

KINDNESS ZONE SIGN $19.95 The Senator John Heinz History Center teamed up with the City of Pittsburgh to sell replicas of the popular “Kindness Zone” street signs displayed all over town. The signs, made in honor of Fred Rogers, have four pre-drilled holes ready to be hung indoors or outdoors, so grab one for your favorite neighbor. HISTORYCENTER.ORG

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ach holiday season, adults find themselves wondering just what they can purchase for the kids in their lives. Many already have an abundance of toys, and it can be hard to decide what thoughtful gifts to add to their collection. We scoured the city for gifts — and experiences — to make this December special. While some of them are available at larger online retailers, most are able to be purchased right here in Pittsburgh. Why not shop local?

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Of course the city that gave us Andy Warhol would have an abundance of art studios where kids can be creative (and contain the mess to someone else’s space). Test out acrylic pouring at Art Imagined (artimaginedpgh.com) in West View, or book some studio time at Atlas Art Press (atlasartpress.com) in Wexford to make a tabletop cornhole set. Both studios offer gift bookings as well as takehome art kits, if you would rather have a physical gift to give. Prices vary based on experience chosen.

Even though it’s the season of cold, gray slush in Pittsburgh, there are plenty of options to give kids the gift of active fun. From high ropes courses to bike jumps and half pipes, plenty of indoor recreation spaces give kids a place to play. These experiences particularly make great gifts for older kids or teens who have moved beyond the toy phase. Switch and Signal Skate Park (switchandsignalskatepark. com), Dragon’s Den indoor obstacle course ( dragonsdenpgh.org), and The Wheel Mill indoor bike park (thewheelmill.com) CONTINUES ON PG. 14

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This gift that keeps on giving (every month, all year!) is particularly easy to give to tiny relatives out of town, but is a great choice for little ‘Burghers, too. There are dozens of companies to choose from, but here are a few we really love. Toca Life boxes (tocalifebox. com), from the creator of the popular kids apps, are a creative way to pull young kids away from screens by engaging them with characters they already know from their online world. Raddish cooking club (raddishkids.com) is another great option with a local twist — unlike most adult meal kits that ship with cold packs and ingredients, Raddish sends kids the basics along with a shopping list to choose fresh ingredients. Combine a subscription with a trip to the Strip District to create each unique meal. You might just inspire Pittsburgh’s next top chef. $12 to $24 per month.

DRAGONFLY CASTLE Literally a “mom and pop” shop, this store is full of little technology and lots of imaginative toys, with a focus on sustainably made products. Of the thousands of items, we have a few favorites. The Andy Warhol plush ($19.95) would make a great gift accompanied with tickets to the artist’s North Side museum. And a package of old-school Colorforms available for sale in the shop is the exact set released in 1951, allowing adults to bore their kids with stories of the Olden Days ($29.95). The kit includes 350 shapes and a history of this iconic toy. 4747 Butler St., Lawrenceville. dragonﬂycastle.com

FUN BUY THE POUND Over the years running her toy store, owner Brenda Fisk has landed upon a few top items. As a mom of ﬁve and grandmother of seven, she has many willing testers at her disposal. For this holiday season, she is excited about a new board game, Breakneck Derby, invented by a father-son duo from the Quaker Valley area ($60). She also loves

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Roy Toys, which are made in Maine. Think Lincoln Logs, but better. Made entirely from wood with no plastic, the store has carried this product for years to delight generations of happy little customers (most sets under $11). Visit the store for a variety of other unique, nostalgic, and popular toys. Fisk loves to market women-owned companies, organic and sustainable products, and companies that promote social good. 406 Beaver St., Sewickley. funbuythepound.com

MUSEUM GIFT SHOPS While many adults joke about avoiding the gift shop with young kids when visiting one of Pittsburgh’s many museums, the fact is these retail spaces contain a terrific collection of toys and activities curated specifically by a local crew that loves our local kids. Check out the Mister Roger’s activity journal ($12.99) available at the Carnegie Museums (stores.carnegiemuseums.org). Stop in the Little Orange Store (pittsburghkids.org) in the Children’s Museum to grab a mini Mister Rogers’ trolley car ($6) that fits most wooden train track sets. These are just a few of the unique finds at these specialized stores, and admission is not required to shop.

PLAYTHINGS ETC. This futuristic toy store in Butler is worth the drive, particularly because they don’t

have an online store. Half of the fun is the experience itself as kids visit the spaceship building and browse through more than 6,000 toys. The staff shared a few of their top picks, including Hey Clay, a bright, colorful air dry clay that encourages creativity ($19.95). For pretend play, many tiny customers have been delighted by the characters and buildings in Timber Tots land, which is a new take on a classic toy brand. (Prices vary). 2483 William Flynn Highway, Butler. playthings-etc.com

CARD GAMES GET A MAKEOVER Playing a game of cards is a pastime centuries old, but these fresh, new takes are a great way to pass the darkest months in Pittsburgh. OuiSi (shop.ouisi.co) is an open-ended game of visual expression where players match patterns and colors based on what inspires them ($35). Toss out your sexist old stack of Old Maid for Bold Made (boldmade.com), which features prominent women in history such as Madame C.J. Walker, Malala Yousafzai, and Ruth Bader Ginsburg ($19.95). Finally, enjoy the food ﬁght game Taco vs. Burrito (tacovsburrito. com). Invented by a kid, 7-year-old Alex, the game is easy to learn in a few minutes but will keep kids and grownups engaged for hours ($19.95).

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CHARITY

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he holiday season is a time to be charitable, and there are scores of specific ways to donate in Pittsburgh this winter. Usually, that means donating cash, but that isn’t the only way to help out our fellow neighbors. If you don’t have a lot of expendable income, but still want to help those in need, Pittsburgh City Paper has compiled a list of groups that accept donated items, like clothing and toys, as well as opportunities to volunteer your time. And if you are in need of help this holiday season, we have also highlighted some events where you can pick up coats and meals (as well as noted how you can help with those volunteer efforts). The holidays are all about coming together, in giving and accepting help.

CHILDREN’S MUSEUM SWEATER DRIVE From now until Wed., Dec. 15, donors can drop off new or gently-used adult and child-sized sweaters as part of the Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh’s 22nd Annual Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood Sweater Drive. “We are continually inspired by Fred Rogers’ lessons about giving and sharing,” says Children’s Museum director Jane Werner in a press release. “The Sweater Drive allows us to support those in need in our neighborhood and beyond.” There are multiple locations to drop off sweaters, including at the front entrance of the Children’s Museum at 10 Children’s Way in the North Side from 7 a.m.-5 p.m., and in Oakland at the Oaklander’s

24-hour drive-thru collection bin at the valet station in the hotel’s driveway on Bigelow Boulevard. Sweaters will be distributed to nonproﬁt agencies that work with families and children throughout the Pittsburgh region.

TOY DRIVES Bringing joy to children is an essential holiday tradition, and the Pittsburgh region has multiple toy drives that are accepting donations to help families who can’t afford toys this year. The Toys for Tikes Pittsburgh drive will be accepting cash and brand new toys at Jaden’s Catering at 4727 William Penn Highway in Monroeville over two weekends — Sat., Nov. 27-Sun., Nov. 28 and Sat., Dec. 4-Sun., Dec. 5 — from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. CONTINUES ON PG. 18

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The Play it Forward Pittsburgh toy drive, now in its 11th year, will be collecting gently used toys and then offering them free to families who are having a tough year. There are dozens of drop-off locations listed at playitforwardpittsburgh.com. Financial donations are also accepted via PayPal. For those who still want to ensure local kids in need get toys for the holidays, but don’t have time to shop for speciﬁc gifts, Toys for Tots has branches all over the Pittsburgh region that accept cash gifts in order to provide toys for children. Visit toysfortots.org and look up your local campaign.

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Property owners in the city of Pittsburgh are responsible for clearing snow off their sidewalks in the winter. For some Pittsburghers, their age or physical ailments make this impossible. To help, the city of Pittsburgh created the Snow Angels program, which matches you with a neighbor who lives within a 10-minute walking radius who is unable to shovel their own driveway. According to the Snow Angels website, “by volunteering, you are helping to keep the sidewalks safe for them and other community members.” Learn more and get matched at pittsburghpa.gov/ snowangels.

COAT GIVEAWAY FOR KIDS On Wed., Dec. 8, the Larimer Consensus Group and state Sen. Lindsey Williams are hosting an event to give away free coats to children in need. Please register ahead of time so they know how many and what size coats to provide. The giveaway is a collaborative effort with Pittsburgh Fireﬁghters, Duquesne Light, and Project Warm. The event takes place at 200 Larimer Ave. in Pittsburgh’s Larimer neighborhood from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Register at senatorlindseywilliams.com/event/ coat-giveaway.

FOOD BANK DRIVE Help hungry families in need by donating to a Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank Drive. Local media platform Girls Running Shit is organizing one drop-off site and is accepting donations based on the food bank’s most-needed items, as well as children’s coats and other cold weather necessities, until Fri., Nov. 31. Most-needed items include canned fruits packaged in 100% juice; low sodium/no

salt added canned vegetables, beans, and soup; peanut butter, paper products and household items; and baby products like diapers and wipes. No baby food accepted. Cash donations are also encouraged. The drop-off location is at BeSOCIAL East Liberty at 5929 Penn Ave., East Liberty.

GIFT CARD DRIVE North Side bookstore City Books is partnering with immigrant and refugee service nonproﬁt Hello Neighbor for a gift card drive to help local refugee families that are still acclimating to their new home in Pittsburgh. City Books will be accepting gift cards, as well as cash donations, until Fri., Dec. 31. Recommended gift cards include Visa gift cards, Walmart, Target, Giant Eagle, Aldi, Trader Joe’s, Bed Bath & Beyond, and IKEA. For additional information or giving options, please contact City Books at citybookspgh@gmail.com or 412-321-7323.

THANKSGIVING DINNER DISTRIBUTION Several local groups — Trans YOUniting, Maddezssweets, Alliance for Police Accountability, TransPride Pgh, 412 Foodfetish, KravingsKitchen, and Hugh Lane Wellness — have partnered to host their annual Trans-Giving Dinner event. The groups will be distributing and delivering Thanksgiving dinner for people in need on Thanksgiving Day, Thu., Nov. 25. To ﬁnd out more about helping to make deliveries, or to sign up to receive a meal, visit facebook.com/TransYOUniting or message any of the groups on social media.

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Events & Farmers Markets Farmers’ Market Cooperative of East Liberty Pittsburgh, PA facebook.com/Farmers-MarketCooperative-of-East-Liberty November 27 5am-12pm December 4 5am-12pm December 11 5am-12pm December 18 5am-12pm

Bedner’s Farm & Green House Community Market Days McDonald, PA bednersgreenhouse.com November 27 10am-2pm, SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY December 4 10am-2pm December 11 10am-2pm December 18 10am-2pm The Community Market is every Saturday from July 17 through December 18, there is a variety of activities for you to enjoy! Each week, they have: Local Goods, Guest Vendors, Food Trucks, Live Music, Pick Your Own Veggies (U-Pick Experience - From Our Fields), Wine & Beer Tastings, Cooking Workshops, Gardening Workshops, DIY & Children Activities, and plenty more!

Christmas in the Mountains on the Farm Leeper Meats Acme, PA fb.me/e/WJRP7OhY December 4 9am-4pm Santa will be making an appearance 11am-2pm!

Christmas on the Farm Freedom Farms Butler, PA freedomfarmspa.com/ christmas-on-the-farm December 5 - 6 11am-4pm

Greensburg Holiday Market South Pennsylvania Avenue, Greensburg, PA fb.me/e/1SJjpFsWw Dec 19 12-4pm

Handmade Arcade Holiday Market David L. Lawrence Convention Center, Downtown www.handmadearcade.org/ November 27-29 – Virtual Market December 3 - Friday Night Happy Hour 5 pm – 7:30 pm December 4 – Shopping Event 11 am - 7 pm

Lawrenceville Farmers Market Have a Merry Local Christmas Lone Oak Farm Marion Center, PA fb.me/e/1V1WnC5Bt December 4 10 am- 2pm December 11 10 am- 2pm

Holiday Outdoor Farmer’s Market Community Pavilion, Washington, PA fb.me/e/2NMEJknfo Dec 11 10am-2pm Over 30 vendors will be in the Community Pavilion selling local food and alcohol directly to you for your holiday entertaining! Meet the farmers and producers that make your food and support their businesses directly. Heaters will be in place, if necessary, to provide a comfortable shopping experience. This event is brought to you by The Marketplace at Emerald Valley, The Ivy Green and Main Street Farmer’s Market.

Lawrenceville, PA facebook.com/ lvillefarmersmarket November 30 3pm-7pm December 7 3pm-7pm December 14 3pm-7pm

retail stores I Made It! Market Robinson Pop-up Mall at Robinson

Mt. Lebanon Uptown Winter Market Mt. Lebanon, PA fb.me/e/1dZWGoq5O December 11 11am-3pm Featuring live music, local farms, food producers, artists and makers in addition to your favorite Uptown Mt. Lebanon shops!

Taste of Harvie Lawrenceville, PA pgh.harvie.farm/learn/ december 4 12pm-4pm Holiday Farmers’ Market featuring live music and showcasing the incredible variety of local food offered by Harvie partners.

imadeitmarket.com Thursday through Sunday November 4 – Jan 2 A Pop-Up Boutique within the Mall at Robinson that selling high quality handmade items, local food products and vintage items. Special Events throughout the run of the store.

Philson & Friends Artisanal Wares Grove City Premium Outlets, Store #730 facebook.com/ PhilsonAndFriends Bringing together local artisans and home-based businesses in one store to market local products for the holidays. Open November and December.

• Bedner’s Farm Market, Upper St. Clair • East End Food Coop, Pittsburgh (Point Breeze) • Janoski’s Farm & Greenhouse, Clinton • JP’s Farmers Market, Hunker • Kitasco Farm, Apollo • Shenot Farm & Market, Wexford • Simmons Farm, McMurray • Soergel Orchards, Wexford • The Marketplace at Emerald Valley, Washington • Trax Farms, Finleyville • Yarnick’s Farm Market, Indiana

CHRISTMAS TREE FARMS Allison Christmas Trees

Mytrysak Family Tree Farm

Aliquippa, PA

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Open daily Nov 26 - Dec 11 • 9:30am-6:30 pm

Nov 26, 27, 28 and Dec 4, 5

Cut your own tree, wagon ride and Christmas Market, Call for wagon ride schedule

Cut your own tree, Wagon Ride, Kids Corner, Christmas Shop

Pine Hill Farms Candle Tree Farm

Evans City, PA

Washington, PA

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candletreefarm.com Open daily beginning November 26

Open weekends starting the day after Thanksgiving • 9am-5pm

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Cut your own tree, wagon ride and Christmas Market

Cypher’s Christmas Tree Farm arm m Butler, PA ctreefarm.com Open Daily November 26 - December 5 Cut your own tree and Christmas Shop

Greenwood Tree Farm Johnstown, PA facebook.com/GreenwoodChristmasTrees ree es Every weekend after Thanksgiving until Christmas Ch hristmas pending stock of trees. Cut your own tree and visit the local vendor shop

Hozak Christmas Tree Farm m Clinton, PA hozakfarms.com/ Open Daily November 26-December 23 Cut your own tree & Christmas Market

Lake Forest Gardens Fombell, PA lakeforestgardens.com Open Daily starting the day after Thanksgiving • 8am-6pm Cut your own tree, wagon ride and Christmas Market

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KELLY SANDERS OF SALTED CARAMEL $6 / lovepittsburghshop.com

PITTSBURGH POTTERY $20 / etsy.com/shop/PittsburghPottery

GARBELLA $10 / lovepittsburghshop.com

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“The European” from Chantal’s Cheese Shop

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ne of the best things about all your friends and loved ones getting vaccinated is being able to safely have parties again, especially around the holidays. And nothing says party like putting out snacks that everyone can enjoy. But if being isolated for a year or so has left you a little rusty in the party-throwing department, or if you just want to have fun without all the preparation and hassle, no worries. There are plenty of local businesses selling all types of nibbles, including cheese, cookies, pretzel bites, and more. No matter how big your gathering will be, you should be able to find something that suits your needs.

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BLANKET & BOARD BLANKETANDBOARD.COM Picnic season is over, but Blanket & Board is still serving up snacks for special occasions. The event planning company, co-owned by Tierra Thorne and Colleen Peddycord, is described as organizing pop-up luxury picnics in the city, but has continued making charcuterie trays well into the holiday season (they recently came out with ones for Thanksgiving). You can currently order trays with all the ﬁxings, including cheese, meats, chocolate, dates and ﬁgs, baguettes, and sparkling water. The Blanket & Board website says they will also accommodate requests for vegetarian and vegan options.

CHANTAL’S CHEESE SHOP 4402 PENN AVE., BLOOMFIELD. CHANTALSCHEESE.COM Chantal’s knows cheese. They also know how to put together some mean charcuterie and snack boards featuring all types of specialty cheeses, meats, nuts, dried fruits, spreads, and more. Options include Made In America, which offers a selection of domestic artisanal cheeses, the toffee and chocolate-ﬁlled Sweet Tooth, and the crowd-pleasing The Safe Bet. There’s also The European, which includes meat for the carnivores, and The Vegetarian for the festive herbivores.

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The small holiday cookie platter from DiAnoia’s Eatery

DIANOIA’S EATERY 2549 PENN AVE., STRIP DISTRICT. DIANOIASEATERY.COM Cookie tables aren’t just for weddings. They can become the centerpiece at your party, too. DiAnoia’s Eatery has holiday cookie platters full of Italian-style treats, including ones that are gluten and dairyfree. Choose either a large ($76) or small ($39) platter featuring traditional pignoli, Italian rainbow, biscotti, and other ﬂavors, as well as chocolate chip, all baked fresh by the DiAnoia’s bakery team. Pre-order for pick-up up until Thu., Dec. 23.

JEAN-MARC CHATELLIER’S FRENCH BAKERY 213 NORTH AVE., MILLVALE. JEANMARCCHATELLIER.COM There is something especially sweet about macarons, with their chewy cookie outsides sandwiching beautifully ﬂavored creams. Jean-Marc Chatellier’s French Bakery sells batches of macarons all made under the owner, a classically trained pastry chef from Brittany, France. Not only are they reasonably priced (boxes range from $11-33), but these little cookies come in an array of ﬂavors. Your guests will have a hard time choosing between the classic chocolate or vanilla bean, or being more adventurous with lavender poppy seed

or peanut butter and jelly. Even better, they’re naturally gluten-free.

PITTSBURGH POPCORN COMPANY MULTIPLE LOCATIONS. PGHPOPCORN.COM Impress your guests with a full-on popcorn bar from Pittsburgh Popcorn Company. The local chain lets you choose from a wide-variety of ﬂavors that you can mix and match. If needed, they can also provide a set-up that includes selfserve scoops and take-home bags for guests. Choose from a long list of sweet or savory ﬂavors, ranging from classic movie theater butter to the more offbeat watermelon, as well as the more seasonal Candy Cane, Pumpkin Spice, or Ginger Snap Cookie.

THE PRETZEL SHOP 2316 E. CARSON ST., SOUTH SIDE. THEPRETZELSHOP.NET Give your holiday party a delicious boost with pretzel bites and more from The Pretzel Shop. The company has trays in various sizes that come with options like salted or unsalted bites, as well as cinnamon and sugar. They also offer “dipstick” trays with dips, mini pretzel hot dogs, and mini pepperoni rolls. Pair them with trays of cookies or brownies, which the Pretzel Shop also offers.

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hen the temperature starts dropping and the carols start playing, there are few things better than warming up your spirits with a nice holiday beverage. Why not do a toast before heading out for a night on the town? We not only found four great places offering delicious holiday drinks, but we talked them into sharing their recipes so you can make them at home all season long.

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INGREDIENTS: - 1.75 oz Bourbon - 0.25 oz apple molasses - 0.5 oz Rivulet Liqueur - 2 dashes of ginger bitters - Garnish: Apple fan, cinnamon sugar rim INSTRUCTIONS: - Shake ingredients in a cocktail shaker, strain, then serve over ice in a rocks glass

LONG KISS GOODNIGHT KINGFLY SPIRITS 2613 SMALLMAN ST., STRIP DISTRICT KINGFLYSPIRITS.COM

INGREDIENTS: - 1.5 oz Kingfly Vodka - 2 oz Kingfly Coffee Liqueur - 0.5 oz half & half INSTRUCTIONS: - Stir all ingredients with ice and strain into an ice-filled rocks glass. Garnish with grated cinnamon. Long Kiss Goodnight at Kingfly Spirits CONTINUES ON PG. 28

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COOKIE BUTTER LATTE SQUARE CAFE 134 S. HIGHLAND AVE., EAST LIBERTY SQUARE-CAFE.COM

INGREDIENTS: - Milk or milk alternative - Dark chocolate sauce - Monin Cookie Butter syrup - Brown sugar

Cookie Butter Latte at Square Cafe

INSTRUCTIONS (FOR 12 OZ. MUG): - Steam or heat milk, then add: - 2.5 oz of dark chocolate sauce - 1 tsp of brown sugar - 1.5 oz of Cookie Butter syrup (or one scoop of cookie butter) - Stir, then top with cocoa powder or whipped cream and cocoa powder

HEMINGWAY DAIQUIRI SPIRITS & TALES INSIDE THE OAKLANDER HOTEL 5130 BIGELOW BLVD., OAKLAND SPIRITSANDTALES.COM

INGREDIENTS: - 20 oz white rum - 0.5 oz Luxardo - .75 oz lime juice - 0.5 oz grapefruit juice INSTRUCTIONS: - Shake with ice and double strain

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“Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas” LENA HORNE Lena Horne spent some of her formative musicmaking years in Pittsburgh, so listen to this song by a music legend and honorary Pittsburgher.

“Please Come Home for Christmas” CHRIS JAMISON

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Chris Jamison is a Pittsburgh-born musician best known for his stint on season seven of the singing competition show, The Voice. He delivers a soulful version of this classic song, originally released in 1960 by American blues singer and pianist Charles Brown.

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“Silver Bells” DEAN MARTIN “Silver Bells” was technically written by Pittsburgh composer Jay Livingston, so any rendition of it would qualify as a Pittsburgh holiday song. Martin’s classic vocals give this song a smooth and relaxing feel. It was the obvious choice.

“Christmas Eve“ BILLY ECKSTINE The late Billy Eckstine is an American jazz and pop singer from Pittsburgh who is best known for his work as a jazz vocalist who traveled across America with his own big band. His band became a sort-of finishing school for some jazz greats including Dizzy Gillespie, Miles Davis, and Sarah Vaughan.

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Listening to Christmas music is arguably the best way to get yourself into the holiday spirit. There are quite a few songs to choose from, so let us take some of the pressure off and recommend these tunes by Pittsburghbased artists (or composers). We even reached out to some of our favorite local DJs and radio personalities to get suggestions. Happy Holidays!

BILLY PORTER

Best known for her 1992 dance hit “Rhythm is a Dancer,” which she wrote and sang for the group Snap!, Pittsburgh-born Thea Austin also released “Sleigh Ride” on her album Christmas with Thea.

While Billy Porter, born and raised in Pittsburgh, has been taking over the acting world, he also maintains a music career that includes this beautiful version of “O Holy Night.” He also recently released his own version of “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas.”

“Dearest Santa” BOBBY VINTON “Dearest Santa” may not be the most well-known holiday song, but this one by Canonsburg’s Bobby Vinton is sure to put you in the holiday mood.

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“THAT SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS” — ANTON DEFADE & CLINTON CLEGG Two members of The Commonheart recreate the Ray Charles ballad from National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, complete with horns!

“SANTA GOT JACKED” — JM THE POET, LIVEFROMTHECITY, AND JORDAN MONTGOMERY Pick up the holiday tempo with this song from three of Pittsburgh’s best rappers.

from DJ Arie Cole

“WINTER SONG — CLARA KENT” Clara Kent’s “Winter Song” is a beautiful ballad and change of pace from the traditional cheeriness of holiday tracks. I love this song because this season can be tough for a lot of people. This track gives you the space to be in your feelings while enjoying a very melodic vibe.

If I have total freedom, I pick “Aguinaldo,” by Geña, Miguel and Phat Man Dee. “Aguinaldo” is a staple of my annual holiday special because it captures the Latin tradition in such a joyous way. from Ally Bear at KISS

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I’m choosing “Christmas Time” by Christina Aguilera (who grew up in Wexford). I love a good ‘90s bop, especially at Christmastime. The song is just cheesy enough and her voice, as always, sounds fantastic.

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till set against the (all too familiar) backdrop of the public health crisis, many small business owners and employees look to the winter ahead with trepidation. Memories of shorter hours, forced layoffs, seasonal closures, and shuttered storefronts (we miss you, “The O”) are still fresh as they closely monitor which direction case counts are trending each week. Not all news was bad news for business this past year, of course. Those who were able to adapt to operational restrictions brought on by the pandemic now have a wealth of new experience under their belt. And as vaccines were released and case counts waned last spring, many opportunistic, well-funded entrepreneurs took the opportunity to expand operations. Some started new businesses entirely. But with early economic relief and stimulus programs long since expired, every small business once again finds itself counting on their communities alone for support as they prepare for just about anything that could lie ahead this winter. For starters, the reintroduction of operational restrictions is always a possibility should coronavirus cases spike again. But its new problems like rising inflation, increased operating costs, supply chain issues, limited cash reserves, and workforce shortages that all present their own challenges this year. So to give people an easy way to support the businesses they love – and provide an incentive to do so! – the Oakland Business Improvement District (OBID) reignited their Shop2Help Oakland Gift Card Program which offers a 40% bonus incentive. Customers who spend $25 will receive a $35 gift card to many Oakland restaurants, bars, cafes, retail shops, salons, pharmacies, and more. And since giving is a two-way street, the central Oakland business community is giving back by donating a portion of every sale to the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank. To date, they have donated 34,225 meals through the food bank – a number they hope to triple before year end – because with rising food and fuel costs everywhere you look, the food bank needs our support perhaps now more than ever. “The Shop2Help Oakland program demonstrates the raw power of shopping small and shopping local. You can see how every dollar immediately goes to work right here in Oakland helping our business community endure the unexpected challenges they face every week. And as our local economy thrives, it is truly a blessing that we’re then able to touch the lives of so many others who are struggling with food

insecurity thanks to the efforts of our friends at the food bank,” said OBID Executive Director, Georgia Petropoulos. The program’s participants grew this month with the addition of two new restaurants (Viva Los Tacos! and Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop, both located where the iconic “O” once stood at the corner of Forbes & S Bouquet), adding to a long list of the region’s favorite restaurants, bars, cafes, snack stops, ice cream parlors, retail shops, opticians, and pharmacies. (oaklandpittsburgh. com) Gift cards are the perfect stocking stuffer for anyone who lives, works, or goes to school in Oakland, but your gift-giving strength really starts to add up when buying multiple gift cards at once (as long as they’re in stock, there is no limit per customer.) Gift cards can be purchased online at www.Shop2Help.org. Mix and match, combine in a single order, and they’ll be sent to you by mail. Or you can choose to pick-up in person at designated times. Our recommendations? Use the 40% bonus to stretch your holiday shopping budget at gift shops like Maggie & Stella’s Cards & Gifts or The Pitt Shop. Put them to use when checking out at woman-owned Hieber’s Pharmacy. Get ready for the holidays with a fresh cut and color at Salvatore Puccini Hair Design or try out new eyeglasses from Medical Center Opticians. Take the family out for dinner and dessert, treat the team to lunch, or pick up the tab after your next night out with friends. Needless to say, there are a lot of great options in Oakland!

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Visit Shop2Help.org for complete details, but in a nutshell: 1. You spend $25, you get $35. That’s a nobrainer. 2. That $35 stays local and immediately goes to work helping small business owners, their employees, and their families. 3. Your generosity goes even further through a 25-meal donation to the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank with every $25 spent. So whether you live, work, attend school, or pass through Oakland (or you want to give a gift that’s sure to please to someone who does), head over to www.Shop2Help.org to take advantage of the 40% gift card bonus. Made possible in part through a $160,000 grant from the Richard King Mellon Foundation awarded to OBID last year to fund a multi-prong effort to help Oakland businesses negatively impacted by the pandemic, the program ends on December 31 or earlier when inventory sells out. PITTSBURGH CITY PAPER NOVEMBER 24 - DECEMBER 1, 2021

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HUGE HOLIDAY EVENT LIST BY AMANDA WALTZ // AWALTZ@PGHCITYPAPER.COM

IRL / IN REAL LIFE EVENT VIRTUAL / STREAMING OR ONLINE-ONLY EVENT HYBRID / MIX OF IN REAL LIFE AND ONLINE EVENT

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THU., NOV. 25 OUTDOOR • IRL

YMCA Turkey Trot. 8 a.m. PNC Park. 115 Federal St., North Side. $20-90. p3r.org/races/ymca-turkey-trot

FRI., NOV. 26 FILM • IRL Rangos Giant Cinema: The Polar Express 3D. 5:30 p.m. Continues through Thu., Dec. 23. Carnegie Science Center. One Allegheny Ave., North Side. $7.95-9.95. carnegiesciencecenter.org/ rangos-giant-cinema

MUSIC • IRL Strauss Family Favorites with Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra. 8 p.m. Continues on Sun., Nov. 28. Heinz Hall. 600 Penn Ave., Downtown. $20-98. pittsburghsymphony.org

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CRUISE • IRL

Thanksgiving Bash Moonlight Dance. 10:30 p.m. Gateway Clipper. 350 West Station Square Drive, South Side. $35-40. gatewayclipper.com/ holiday-cruises

STAGE • IRL Cirque Dreams Holidaze. 7:30 p.m. Continues through Sat., Nov. 27. Benedum Center. 237 Seventh St., Downtown. $40.75-60.75. trustarts.org

SAT., NOV. 27 MARKET • VIRTUAL Handmade Arcade Virtual Market. 12:01 a.m. Continues through Mon., Nov. 29. Free. handmadearcade.org/ marketplaces/virturalwintermarket21

MUSIC • IRL The Carnegie Museum of Art kicks off its Sounds for the Season series with the

River City Brass Band Quintet. The local group will play live in the museum’s stunning Hall of Architecture among the Carnegie Trees. 1:30-3 p.m. 4400 Forbes Ave., Oakland. Free with museum admission. cmoa.org

SUN., NOV. 28 BURLESQUE • IRL

Naked & Crazy Burlesque Presents: Holiday Aftermath. 8 p.m. Doors at 6:30 p.m. Club Cafe. 56 S. 12th St., South Side. $15. 21 and over. opusoneproductions.com

TUE., NOV. 30 PARADE • IRL A Hanukkah tradition returns when the Grand Menorah Parade weaves its way through Oakland and Squirrel Hill. See a line of cars outfitted with rooftop menorahs, lights, and more. The parade starts at Rodef Shalom Congregation and ends at Murray Avenue. 4:45 p.m. From 4905 Fifth Ave., Oakland to Murray Ave., Squirrel Hill. Free. chabadpgh.com

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MUSIC • IRL

COMEDY • IRL

Pentatonix: The Evergreen Christmas Tour. 7 p.m. Petersen Events Center. 3719 Terrace St., Oakland. $26-350. peterseneventscenter.com/events

The Golden Gays NYC in Thank YULE For Being A Friend. 6 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. Arcade Comedy Theater. 943 Liberty Ave., Downtown. $30-50. arcadecomedytheater.com/events

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Holiday Ticket Package Mini-subscription Holiday Package for three shows in 2022. The Holiday Package is for the 8:30 pm performances of the following shows:

Brubeck Brothers Quartet

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“Brubeck: 100 Years of Dave Brubeck”

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EXHIBIT • IRL Experience the many facets and history of local holiday celebrations during A Very Merry Pittsburgh at the Heinz History Center. The exhibition will transport viewers to a bygone Pittsburgh with vintage decorations, toys, and other items from former Downtown department stores. There will also be a section featuring keepsakes, artifacts, film, and more exploring how Western Pennsylvanians have celebrated Christmas, Hanukkah, Diwali, and Kwanzaa through the years. Continues through Mon., Jan. 17, 2022. 1212 Smallman St., Strip District. Included with museum admission. heinzhistorycenter.org

THU., DEC. 2 MUSIC • IRL Black Violin: Give Thanks. 8 p.m. Byham Theater. 101 Sixth St., Downtown. $37-57. trustarts.org

FILM • HYBRID Film Screening: Feast of the Seven Fishes. 7-9 p.m. Heinz History Center. 1212 Smallman St., Strip District. $7-10. Livestream also available. heinzhistorycenter.org/events

STAGE • IRL The Thanksgiving Play. 8 p.m. Continues through Sun., Dec. 5. Arcade Comedy Theater. 943 Liberty Ave., Downtown. $25. arcadecomedytheater.com/events

FRI., DEC. 3 MUSIC • IRL Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra presents Tchaikovsky Nutcracker Suite. 8 p.m. Continues through Sun., Dec. 5.

Heinz Hall. 600 Penn Ave., Downtown. $21-98. pittsburghsymphony.org

STAGE • IRL A Charlie Brown Christmas: Live on Stage. 7 p.m. Byham Theater. 101 Sixth St., Downtown. $32-105. trustarts.org

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ART • IRL Hazelwood Local welcomes crowds to see the unveiling of outdoor light installations by local artists during Illumin-Ave. Original works by Alisha Wormsley, Ian Brill, Mikael Owunna, and Clear Story will be available to view in locations up and down Second Avenue. They will also be part of Hazelwood Initiative’s annual Light Up Night on Mon., Dec. 6. 5:30 p.m. Continues through January 2022. Second Ave., Hazelwood. Free. hazelwoodlocal.com

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DANCE • IRL Texture Contemporary Ballet presents The Nutcracker. 7 p.m. August Wilson African American Cultural Center. 980 Liberty Ave., Downtown. $25. textureballet.org

SAT., DEC. 4 MARKET • IRL Handmade Arcade Holiday Market. 11 a.m.-7 p.m. David L. Lawrence Convention Center. 1000 Fort Duquesne Blvd., Downtown. Free. Registration required. handmadearcade.org

KIDS • IRL Polar PJ Parties. 8 a.m. Continues on Sat., Dec. 11. Carnegie Science Center. One Allegheny Ave., North Side. $30-35. carnegiesciencecenter.org/ events/polar-pj-parties CONTINUES ON PG. 34

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ZOO • IRL

Market. 12-3 p.m. East End Brewing Company. 147 Julius St., Larimer. Free. eastendbrewing.com

Penguins on Parade. 11 a.m. Continues through February 2022. Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium. 7370 Baker St., Highland Park. Included with zoo admission. pittsburghzoo.org/penguins-on-parade

MARKET • IRL Support local, Black-owned businesses with a day of gift-shopping at The Black Market: Holiday Edition. Presented by the Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership and Shayla Hawkins Events, the pop-up will showcase over 90 vendors from around the region. Located next to the Burlington Coat Factory. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Continues on Sun., Dec. 12. 623 Smithfield St., Downtown. Free. downtownpittsburghholidays.com/ blackmarket

EVENT • VIRTUAL Celebrate Kwanzaa, meet Santa, and more during AWCommunity Day: Holiday Edition with August Wilson African American Cultural Center. The family-friendly online event will have festive activities for all ages. Check out the Center’s website for more details in the weeks to come. 12-3 p.m. Free. aacc-awc.org/event

MUSIC • IRL

SUN., DEC. 12

Sounds for the Season: Roger Humphries and the RH Factor. 1:30-3 p.m. Carnegie Museum of Art. 4400 Forbes Ave., Oakland. Free with museum admission. cmoa.org

ZOO • IRL Zoo Lights Drive-Thru. Various times. Continues through Thu., Dec. 30. Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium. 7370 Baker St., Highland Park. $50. pittsburghzoo.org/zoo-lights

MUSIC • IRL Back Home for the Holidays with Edgewood Symphony Orchestra. 7:30 p.m. First Presbyterian Church of Edgewood. 120 E. Swissvale Ave., Edgewood. $15 suggested donation. fpcedgewood.org

EVENT • IRL Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh Chanukah Bash. 8-10 p.m. Iron City Circus Arts. 711 S. 21st St., South Side. $25-50. jewishpgh.org/ event/chanukah-bash

EVENT • IRL Cookies with Krampus Holiday Fundraiser. 7 p.m. Parkway Theater. 644 Broadway Ave., McKees Rocks. Free. communityreelartscenter.org

SUN., DEC. 5 BURLESQUE • IRL It’s cold outside, but it will be hot in Club Cafe when Smokin’ Betties Burlesque presents Have Yourself A Very Bettie Christmas II. See titillating performances by Amoxie Villain, Bearcat Betty, Josalynn Lark, and Thea Biss, all during an event hosted by Lilith Deville. 8 p.m. Doors at 6:30 p.m. 56 S. 12th St., South Side. $15. 21 and over. facebook. com/smokinbettiesburlesque

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Planetarium. 1:30 p.m. Continues through Sun., Jan. 2, 2022. Carnegie Science Center. 1 Allegheny Ave., North Side. $2-8. carnegiesciencecenter.org/liveshows

MUSIC • IRL Morgan James: A Very Magnetic Christmas Tour. 8 p.m. Doors at 7 p.m. Thunderbird Cafe & Music Hall. 4053 Butler St., Lawrenceville. $22-55. thunderbirdmusichall.com

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DANCE • IRL Pittsburgh Ballet Theater presents The Nutcracker. 7 p.m. Continues through Wed., Dec. 29. Benedum Center. Seventh St. and Penn Ave., Downtown. $29-119. pbt.org

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The Celtic-rock fusion band Bastard Bearded Irishmen will be joined by Gene The Werewolf and Big Blitz for A Very Bastard XXXMas at Thunderbird Cafe & Music Hall. Come for a raucous night of music, drinks, and holiday-themed fun. Make sure to bring a little something for the evening’s toy drive. 8 p.m. Doors at 7 p.m. 4053 Butler St., Lawrenceville. $22-30. thunderbirdmusichall.com

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MUSIC • IRL Highmark Holiday Pops. 8 p.m. Continues through Sun., Dec. 19. Heinz Hall. 600 Penn Ave., Downtown. $22-99. pittsburghsymphony.org

MARKET • IRL Soulful Stuff Holiday Market. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Kelly Strayhorn Theater. 5941 Penn Ave., East Liberty. Free. kelly-strayhorn.org/events

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Sounds for the Season: Mount Ararat Baptist Church Ensemble. 1:30-3 p.m. Carnegie Museum of Art. 4400 Forbes Ave., Oakland. Free with museum admission. cmoa.org

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Lindsey Stirling Christmas Program. 8 p.m. Benedum Center. Seventh St. and Penn Ave., Downtown. $39.75-410.25. trustarts.org

THU., DEC. 16 MARKET • IRL I Made It! at the Mall at Robinson Pop Up. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. The Mall at Robinson. 100 Robinson Centre Drive, Robinson. Free. imadeitmarket.com

FILM • IRL It’s a Wonderful Life with Wine Tasting. 7 p.m. Doors at 6 p.m. Oaks Theater. 310 Allegheny River Blvd., Oakmont. $8. theoakstheater.com

MUSIC • IRL J Roddy Walston Presents: Christmas to the Bone. 8 p.m. Doors at 7 p.m. Thunderbird Cafe & Music Hall. 4053 Butler St., Lawrenceville. $20-25. thunderbirdmusichall.com

FRI., DEC. 17 EVENT • IRL Holiday Lights at Kennywood. Continues through Sun., Jan. 2, 2022. Kennywood. 4800 Kennywood Blvd., West Mifflin. $19.99 online, $29.99 at the gate. kennywood.com

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Sounds for the Season: Hugo Cruz and the Caminos. 1:30-3 p.m. Carnegie Museum of Art. 4400 Forbes Ave., Oakland. Free with museum admission. cmoa.org

Late Nights! Holidays in the Garden. 5-8 p.m. Continues through Wed., Dec. 29. National Aviary. 700 Arch St., North Side. $14.95-17.95. Free for kids under 2. aviary.org

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SUN., DEC. 19 MARKET • IRL Made + Found Holiday Market. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Spirit. 242 51st St., Lawrenceville. Free. spiritpgh.com/events

KIDS • IRL Santa Fun Kids Cruise. 1 p.m. Gateway Clipper. 350 West Station Square Drive, South Side. $20-32. gatewayclipper.com/holiday-cruises

MARKET • IRL Honky Tonk Holiday Tour with The Shootouts and Steel Blossoms. 6 p.m. Doors at 5 p.m. Thunderbird Cafe & Music Hall. 4053 Butler St., Lawrenceville. $20. thunderbirdmusichall.com

MON., DEC. 20 EXHIBITION • IRL Holiday Magic! Winter Flower Show and Light Garden. Continues through Sun., Jan. 9, 2022. Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens. 1 Schenley Park, Oakland. Included with regular admission. Advanced tickets required. phipps.conservatory.org

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WED., DEC. 29 MUSIC • IRL Trans-Siberian Orchestra Winter Tour: Christmas Eve and Other Stories. 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. PPG Paints Arena. 1001 Fifth Ave., Uptown. $23-214. ppgpaintsarena.com/events

THU., DEC. 30 STAGE • IRL The Hip Hop Nutcracker. 7:30 p.m. Benedum Center. Seventh St. and Penn Ave., Downtown. $32-77. trustarts.org

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IN The Court of Common Pleas of Allegheny County, Pennsylvania: No. GD-21-13803, In re petition of Angeleah L. Grimes parents and legal guardian of Lorenzo Alrubaye for change of name to Lorenzo Robert Grimes. To all persons interested: Notice is hereby given that an order of said Court authorized the ﬁling of said petition and ﬁxed the 17th day of December 2021, at 9:30 a.m., as the time and the Motions Room, City-County Building, Pittsburgh, PA, as the place for a hearing, when and where all persons may show cause, if any they have, why said name should not be changed as prayed for.

IN The Court of Common Pleas of Allegheny County, Pennsylvania: No. GD-21-11099 In re petition of Joel Thomas Pawski for change of name to Joel Thomas Bianco. To all persons interested: Notice is hereby given that an order of said Court authorized the ﬁling of said petition and ﬁxed the 4th day of January, 2021, at 9:30 a.m., as the time and the Motions Room, City-County Building, Pittsburgh, PA, as the place for a hearing, when and where all persons may show cause, if any they have, why said name should not be changed as prayed for.

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